📅 Last Updated: November 1, 2024
✏️ Written By Kale Havervold
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Mortgages Moose Jaw - Compare Providers

ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 35%3 – 120
Up to $50,000
231700524800 ParachuteUp to $25,000 24.99% – 29.99% 30 or 60
Up to $25,000
71692748800 BreeUp to $350 0% Up to 65 days
Up to $350
1001688083200 City Lending Centers (CLC)$150 – $1,600 10 – 35% 3 – 6
$150 – $1,600
1001686182400 Northstar Brokers$300 – $3,000 18% + fees 6
$300 – $3,000
1001686182400 Deposit My Cash Now$300 – $3,000 18% + fees 6
$300 – $3,000
1001686182400 My Next Pay$300 – $3,000 18% + fees 6
$300 – $3,000
221683676800 Windmill Microlending$15,000 6.7% Up to 60
$15,000
21670889600 Fora$1,000 – $15,000 19.9% – 34.9%
$1,000 – $15,000
81666051200 Nyble$250 0%
$250
1001643932800 FlexMoney$500 – $15,000 Starting at 18.9% 6 – 60
$500 – $15,000
1001623369600 AfterpayVaries 0% 6 or 8 weeks
Varies
11620777600 Spring FinancialUp to $35,000 9.99% – 35% 6 – 60
Up to $35,000
241607558400 Helium Loans$500 – $50,000 Varies 6 – 60
$500 – $50,000
1001598918400 LM FinancialUp to $15,000
Up to $15,000
1001598832000 LM Credit$500 – $15,000 Start at 10.99% 9 – 60
$500 – $15,000
191582243200 LendCare Up to 60
1001580860800 SimplyBorrowed$1,500 – $10,000 12 – 60
$1,500 – $10,000
171580774400 goPeer$1,000 – $25,000 8.99% – 34.99% 36 or 60
$1,000 – $25,000
1001579478400 North’n Loans$100 – $1,500
$100 – $1,500
141579478400 MDG$850 – $1,600 29.78% – 34.95% 36 months
$850 – $1,600
1001579219200 Instant Payday CanadaUp to $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed Up to 30 days
Up to $1,500
1001576713600 Financeit$500 – $100,000 Starting at 12.99% Up to 60
$500 – $100,000
101552262400 Money Mart$500 – $18,000 29.9% or 34.28% 6 – 60
$500 – $18,000
1001551830400 Progressa$1,000 – $15,000 19% – 34.95% 12 – 60
$1,000 – $15,000
1001551398400 Loan ExpressUp to $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed 14 days
Up to $1,500
231551139200 LendDirectUp to $15,000 34.99% Open-end
Up to $15,000
1001550534400 GoDay$100 – $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed 14 days
$100 – $1,500
1001550534400 Focus Financial Inc.Up to $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed 14 days
Up to $1,500
1001550534400 DMO Credit$300 – $1,000 Up to 38% 3 – 4
$300 – $1,000
1001549411200 Capital Cash$100 – $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed 14 days
$100 – $1,500
1001567555200 Cash Depot$300 – $3,000 18% + fees 6
$300 – $3,000
1001549238400 Credit2Go$250 – $1,500 23.99% – 29.99% 3 – 4
$250 – $1,500
201548720000 Ledn$500 – $1,000,000 7.9% 12
$500 – $1,000,000
61545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 – $10,000 12.99% – 34.99% 9 – 60 months
$500 – $10,000
1001545264000 Fast Access Financial$500 – $10,000 Starting at 9.90% 12 – 36
$500 – $10,000
41543622400 Fairstone FinancialUp to $60,000 19.99% – 34.99% 6 – 120 months
Up to $60,000
1001545350400 Lamina$300 – $1500 Starting at 18% 3 – 7
$300 – $1500
121545350400 Cashco FinancialUp to $7,000 35% 6 – 60
Up to $7,000
151545350400 LoanMeNow$500 – $1000 Up to 32% 3
$500 – $1000
1001545350400 Captain Cash$500 – $750 23% 3 – 4
$500 – $750
1001545350400 Urgent Loans$300 – $3,000 27% – 35% 90 – 120 days
$300 – $3,000
51545264000 easyfinancial$500 – $100,000 29.99% – 35% 9 – 84
$500 – $100,000
91568937600 Cash MoneyUp to $10,000 Varies by product Varies by product
Up to $10,000
1001569974400 Speedy Cash$200 – $1,500 $14 per $100 borrowed Next payday
$200 – $1,500
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 35%3 – 120
Up to $50,000
31725321600 iCommissionUp to $40,000 $0.75 per $1,000 per day
Up to $40,000
81714089600 Primed Loans$10,000 – $20,000,000
$10,000 – $20,000,000
71714089600 OnTap Capital $10,000 – $2,000,000 10%+ Up to 36
$10,000 – $2,000,000
21669852800 Driven$10,000 – $300,000 3 – 24
$10,000 – $300,000
1001648512000 2M7 Financial Solutions$1000 - $250,000
$1000 - $250,000
1001620345600 TD Bank 12 – 60
1001611878400 Accord Financial
241607558400 Helium Loans$500 – $50,000 Varies 6 – 60
$500 – $50,000
1001598918400 Loop
1001585612800 BarterPay 6 – 60
1001580947200 Corl$200,000 – $5,000,000
$200,000 – $5,000,000
1001580860800 Travelers Financial
1001580860800 Peel Financial
1001580860800 Pioneer Financial Services$5,000 – $1,000,000
$5,000 – $1,000,000
1001580860800 Polaris Leasing
1001580860800 Patron West
1001580860800 Payability
1001580860800 Planet Financial
1001580688000 RiseUp to $10,000 Prime + 2.5% Up to 60
Up to $10,000
1001580256000 Merchant Growth$5,000 – $800,000 6 – 24
$5,000 – $800,000
1001579478400 Lionhart Capital$10,000 – $30,000,000
$10,000 – $30,000,000
1001579478400 Lift Capital$50,000 – $5,000,000 3 – 36
$50,000 – $5,000,000
1001579478400 Leaseline 24 – 60
1001579478400 Lease Direct
1001579478400 John DeereUp to $1,200,000 12 – 84
Up to $1,200,000
1001579046400 Hitachi Capital Canada
1001577059200 Export Development Canada
1001577059200 Essex Lease Financial Corporation
1001577059200 Equilease
1001575849600 Alliance Financing Group LTD$5,000 – $150,000 Starting 15% 6 – 24
$5,000 – $150,000
1001575849600 CanaCapUp to $250,000
Up to $250,000
1001575590400 CLE Capital
1001575590400 Canada Equipment Loan
11545955200 SharpShooter Funding$1,000 – $300,000 5.49% – 22.79% 12 – 60
$1,000 – $300,000
1001552262400 Laurentian Bank of CanadaUp to $250,000 Up to 10 years
Up to $250,000
1001552262400 National BankUp to $1,000,000
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)$10,000+ Up to 15 years
$10,000+
1001551830400 ScotiabankUp to $1,000,000 Up to 15 years
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 Bank of Montreal (BMO)Up to $500,000 Up to 15 years
Up to $500,000
1001551830400 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)Starting at $5,000 Up to 84
Starting at $5,000
1001551398400 CWB National Leasing$3,500+
$3,500+
1001551398400 Money in Motion$10,000 – $1,000,000 4% – 14% 12 – 84
$10,000 – $1,000,000
1001551139200 Lease LinkUp to $250,000 Up to 48
Up to $250,000
1001550534400 FundThrough$500 – $50,000 2.75% – 8.25% 12 week cycles
$500 – $50,000
1001550534400 Econolease Financial Services Inc.$1,000 – $1,000,000 6% – 20%
$1,000 – $1,000,000
1001550534400 Easylease CorpUp to $5,000,000 24 – 72
Up to $5,000,000
1001550534400 Dynamic Capital
1001550534400 Capify$5,000 – $200,000
$5,000 – $200,000
1001549411200 Canadian Equipment Finance$50,000 – $12,000,000 24 – 96
$50,000 – $12,000,000
1001548720000 BDCUp to $100,000
Up to $100,000
1001548720000 B2B Bank$10,000 – $300,000
$10,000 – $300,000
1001545264000 iCapitalUp to $250,000 3 – 24
Up to $250,000
61545350400 IOU Financial$15,000 – $1,500,000 6 – 36
$15,000 – $1,500,000
51545177600 Journey Capital$5,000 – $300,000 9% – 35% Varies by product
$5,000 – $300,000
41545177600 Lending Loop$5,000 – $500,000 4.96% – 24.93% 1 – 60
$5,000 – $500,000
61545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 – $10,000 12.99% – 34.99% 9 – 60 months
$500 – $10,000
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 35%3 – 120
Up to $50,000
31632960000 SafeLendMin. $10,000 6.93% – 19.99% 18 – 96
Min. $10,000
81624233600 Auto Credit Deals $5,000 – $75,000 12 – 96
$5,000 – $75,000
241607558400 Helium Loans$500 – $50,000 Varies 6 – 60
$500 – $50,000
61582761600 Eden Park
1001581033600 Toyloan
1001580688000 Rifco Starting at 12.9%
1001579478400 National Powersports Financing
1001579478400 LMG Finance
1001579478400 Loans2Go
1001578873600 iA Auto Finance Starting at 10.99%
1001578873600 Gamache Group
1001551830400 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)Starting at $5,000
Starting at $5,000
1001552262400 National BankUp to $1,000,000 up to 96
Up to $1,000,000
1001551830400 Desjardins 6 – 96
1001551830400 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)$10,000+ 12 – 96
$10,000+
1001551830400 ScotiabankUp to $1,000,000 Up to 15 years
Up to $1,000,000
1001577059200 Daimler Truck Financial
1001577059200 DealerPlan Financial
1001575849600 Canada Auto Finance$5,000 – $45,000 4.90 % – 29.95%
$5,000 – $45,000
1001575849600 Credit River Capital Inc
1001575590400 Capital Trust Financial
61569974400 Car Loans Canada Up to 29.99% 12 – 96
1001561507200 Auto Capital Canada
11560124800 Canada DrivesUp to $100,000 3.99% - 19.9% 24 -96
Up to $100,000
1001551830400 Prefera Finance
1001548633600 2nd Chance Automotive Starting at 4.2%
61545264000 SkyCap Financial$500 – $10,000 12.99% – 34.99% 9 – 60 months
$500 – $10,000
1001545177600 Carloans411 12 – 84
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 Up to $50,000Prime – 35%3 – 120
Up to $50,000
1001578873600 Instant Loans CanadaUp to $50,000 24 – 60
Up to $50,000
1001545264000 BHM FinancialUp to $50,000
Up to $50,000
ProviderLoan AmountRateTerm (Months)Rating
00 N/AN/AN/A
N/A
31726531200 Lotly$5,000 + 6% – 16% 12 – 60
$5,000 +
71708473600 Blue Pearl Mortgage
51700524800 Rocket Mortgage - -
41690934400 Neo Mortgage
21688601600 nestoMin $110,000 4.14% – 6.29% 24– 120
Min $110,000
1001627344000 Peoples Bank 4.50% – 5.97% 12 – 60
1001581033600 Mortgage Alliance 4.19% – 6.04% 12 – 120
1001580860800 Verico
1001580860800 True North Mortgage 2.99% – 5.49% 6 – 60
1001580860800 Tangerine$50,000+ 12 – 120
$50,000+
1001580860800 Think Financial
1001580860800 Turnedaway
1001580860800 REICO
1001580688000 Motusbank 6 – 60
1001579478400 Mortgage Architects 4.54% – 7.49% 6 – 120
1001578873600 Invis
1001577059200 Dominion Lending Center
1001577059200 First National Financial LP 4.49% – 6.63% 1 – 10 years
1001574985600 CMLS Financials$10,000 – $1,000,000 4.99% – 7.29% 12 – 120
$10,000 – $1,000,000
1001574899200 CHIP Reverse Mortgage 12 – 60
1001574899200 CanWise 4.24% – 6.30%
1001560124800 Centum 4.64% – 5.80% 1 – 10 years
1001548720000 Bridgewater Bank 12 – 60
11517097600 Alpine Credits$10,000 – $500,000 Starting at 10%
$10,000 – $500,000
ProviderServicesRating
00 Debt Consolidation Program, Debt Settlement Program, Consumer Proposal, Bankruptcy Consultation
N/A (Referrer)
1001576540800 BDO Credit Counselling, Bankruptcy, Consumer Proposal
1001576540800 Full Circle Debt Solutions Inc Credit Counselling, Debt Management Program
1001576368000 Consolidated Credit Credit Counselling, Debt Management Program
1001576454400 4Pillars Debt Restructuring, After Care - Credit Rebuilding Program, Corporate Debt Restructuring

Having and owning a home is something most people dream about. While many consumers are able to accomplish this and eventually purchase a home, it certainly isn’t cheap. Even in a relatively small town in Canada such as Moose Jaw (which falls well outside the top 100 cities by size in the country), homes still cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Thankfully, mortgages exist and can make it easier for more people to afford homes. Mortgages allow you to borrow money to purchase a home, to save you from a massive six-figure cost all at once. Whether you are looking for mortgages in Moose Jaw or just want to learn a little more, you’ve come to the right place.

Types of Mortgages Available in Moose Jaw

So what types of mortgages in Moose Jaw are available? If you have 20% down, you can likely be approved for a standard or conventional mortgage, but if you can only make a down payment between 5% and 19%, you will need a high ratio mortgage. As far as the mortgages themselves, there are two main “types”, open and closed.

Open Mortgages

An open mortgage is flexible and allows you to pay it off whenever you want, and as quickly as you want. This has the potential to save you money on interest over time, but the interest rates themselves on open mortgages are usually higher.

Closed Mortgages

A closed mortgage is one that prevents you from paying off the mortgage before the term is over. While this may mean you spend more on interest, the interest rate you get is likely to be lower than with an open mortgage.

How much flexibility do you need in your mortgage? Learn more here.

Fixed-Rate vs. Variable Rate Mortgages

Another way to look at the different types of mortgages is to look at their interest rates, and whether they are fixed or variable. A fixed-rate mortgage will have the same rate throughout your mortgage term, allowing for the easier predicting of future costs. Your rate will remain stagnant and there will be no surprises. However, a variable rate is an interest rate that fluctuates with the market. This means you will often pay less than with a fixed rate, but also have the potential to pay more.

There are also convertible rate mortgages, HELOCs, hybrid mortgages, etc.. If you want to learn more about these more uncommon types of mortgages available, be sure to reach out to us or a trusted expert in your area.

How to Compare Mortgage Offers

Now that you’re aware of the types of mortgages you can get in Moose Jaw, how do you compare mortgages in Moose Jaw? Of course, one of the first things to look at when comparing mortgages is to look at the interest rates. The lower the interest rate, the cheaper your mortgage will be over time. While a 1% difference in interest rate might not seem like a lot, it could add up to thousands and thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your mortgage.

However, simply having a low-interest rate doesn’t always mean that a mortgage is the best option for you. In addition to interest rates, there are several other things you need to be sure to look at and consider. These include:

  • Amortization period
  • Term
  • Is it open or closed?
  • Is the rate fixed or variable
  • The lender itself
  • Any penalties you might be open to
  • Prepayment options

You need to go over which of these is most important to you and what you want out of a mortgage, as the needs of everyone are different. The last thing you want to do is simply go with a loan that your friend recommends, as it might not be right for you. It can take some time to find the right loan, but it is well worth it in the end.

Is the lowest mortgage rate always the best option?

How to Save For a Down Payment

A down payment is an incredibly important part of getting a mortgage in Moose Jaw. The down payment is essentially the money you put toward the home upfront. The larger your down payment, the less risky you are to lenders, and the less you have to borrow for the home. Also, having a down payment of 20% or more allows you to skip out on paying CMHC insurance, which can be thousands of dollars in some cases.

Unfortunately, 20% of your mortgage amount can often be tens of thousands of dollars, which most people simply don’t have laying around to use for a down payment. Here are a few steps you can take to start saving for a down payment to purchase a house:

  • Cutting out unnecessary monthly bills (streaming services, cable, etc.)
  • Working more or longer hours
  • Pay off all high-interest debt as soon as possible
  • Make a budget and stick to it
  • Sell things you don’t need or use or downsize where possible

Basically, anything you can do to have more money in your pocket and change your financial situation for the better is ideal. While it won’t happen overnight and will take some sacrifice, it is certainly possible to save up for a down payment if you go about it the right way.

Credit Score Required for a Mortgage

In addition to a down payment of some kind, many lenders who offer mortgages in Moose Jaw also want you to have decent credit. But just what is the credit score required for a mortgage? Each lender may be different and the situation can always be unique, but generally, a credit score between 620-650 on a low end is required to get approved for a mortgage. Keep in mind that credit scores range from 300 to 900 in Canada.

Your credit score is a quick snapshot of your overall credit health. A higher credit score means you’ve made responsible credit decisions and will be seen as a lower risk to potential lenders and creditors. If your score is low, there are several things you can do to bring it up to that 620-680 range, which include:

  • Making your payments on time and in full
  • Being sure to use your credit responsibly
  • Checking your credit report for errors
  • Keeping your utilization ratio under 30%
  • Ensuring old credit accounts are kept open

Of course, it is important to remember that your credit score is only one small part of what a lender will consider before offering you a mortgage, so don’t solely focus on your credit score in your effort to be approved.

Canadian Credit ScoreTake a look at our credit score infographic to learn more.

Alternative Options for Bad Credit Individuals

If you don’t have the credit score needed to get approved for a traditional mortgage in Moose Jaw, there are other alternative options available.

Private Lenders

Private lenders offer a wider variety of mortgage solutions for Canadians who have been rejected by their banks or other more traditional lending institutions. Private mortgage lenders can take on more risk and have fewer rules and requirements, this means they can approve more consumers with less than perfect credit. With a private lender, you will likely be offered a higher interest rate but will be able to work to improve your credit score over time, making it easier to get approved for lower rates in the future.

Cosigners

Another option for those with bad credit is to get a cosigner. A cosigner is essentially someone who will sign your loan with you, and be responsible for the loan if you miss any payments. While this can help you get a loan easier, it can be very risky for the cosigner, which is why finding one can be difficult. If you do find someone willing to cosign a mortgage, be sure not to abuse their kindness and do everything you can to make all of the payments on time.

Of course, while it can take a while, the right lifestyle changes can eventually lead to a credit score improvement, even if you’re struggling with it now.

The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

While a mortgage in Moose Jaw is one of the largest costs of buying and owning a home, it isn’t the only one. In fact, there are many other costs associated with buying a home that you need to be sure you’re aware of. These costs can range from small and relatively insignificant, to huge costs that can disrupt your life. These costs include:

  • Taxes (property, land transfer, school, etc…)
  • House insurance
  • Maintenance
  • Home inspection
  • Legal fee

Being aware of these expenses before you decide to purchase a house will allow you to make sure you’re financially prepared to handle them and cut back on any surprise bills that could cause issues.

The Right Mortgage For Your Needs

If you are interested in finding a mortgage in Moose Jaw or learning more about your options, we’re here to help. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Loans Canada, we can help match you with the best mortgage option or service provider to need your needs.

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